Introduction
Darren Rungasamy
Classic cars don’t come much more desirable than a Jaguar E-Type, and this one is a great entry into the club.
Instantly recognisable as one of the greatest automotive icons ever, the E-Type’s blend of beauty, pedigree and performance has placed it as a car that will hold eternal appeal. There’s plenty of substance to back up the elegant styling, powered by a charismatic engine straight-six engine, with plenty of feel and agility to make it a sparkling driving experience.
Released in 1961, it was based on the D-Type racing car, the chassis design, independent suspension and its use of disc brakes helped redefine the 1960s sports cars. S2 cars arrived in 1968, restyled to cater for the vital US market, it brought in a range of safety and practical improvements. Considered the best option for those looking for the undiluted E-Type experience, now the S1 cars are out of most buyers' reach, the S2 2+2 coupe benefits from extra cabin space, improved seating and ventilation, which combined with the automatic gearbox offers a comfortable, head-turning but useable classic tourer.
This 1969 2+2 coupe finished in Crimson Red is fitted with the 4.2-litre engine with the twin two-barrel Strombergs carburettors set-up. Imported from the US in 2019, this LHD example has benefited from 50 years of damp-free conditions and appears to have received some level of restoration, supported by a near-perfect interior. The car has recently seen a service, and a current MOT valid to 05.07.2025, the rear shock absorbers were replaced at this MOT.
This listing was written from information supplied by Darren after meeting Ian the owner, and having visited and photographed the vehicle.
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Auction Update – We’ve extended the end time to this auction to Sunday 7.10PM, so that it doesn’t end on election night. Good luck if you’re involved in the bidding. Best, Kulraj – Trade Classics
Dear Kulraj
Understand why the extension and totally agree
Thank you for organising
Cheers
Ian
Hi Ian, Nice looking E-Type! I’m after a LHD auto as they seem to offer excellent value and LHD doesn’t worry me! Few questions: [1] Where are you based? I may want to arrange a viewing, I’m in Bath [2] How many miles were on the car when you imported in 2019? [3] I’m assuming its been round the clock, so 113,109 miles now? [4] Has the engine or auto box been rebuilt to your knowledge? Thanks Jonathan Reeve
Hi Jonathan,
To arrange a viewing could you please email hello@tradeclassics.com as we need to do a couple of checks first.
Thanks,
Colin.
Dear Jonathan
Thank you for your comments hopefully I have answered your questions in order.
1. Based Holey which is near Gatwick for arrange a viewing please organise through Colin at Trade Classics
Will try to accommodate, however this weekend I have a prior family commitments The auction was extended due to the UK general elections and initially due to finish this Thursday.
2. The car had about 112000 Miles
3. You would be correct has been around the clock so is now 113109
4. I have no evidence that the engine and gearbox have been rebuilt. I would say it drive well for a 55 year car. I brought it with the view of changing it to a RHD (£6,000.00) and making it an electric every day car (£45,000.00) and storing the engine and gearbox as they are matching numbers. The main thing for me was a sound minimal rust vehicle for this purpose which I could use and add to whilst saving up for the works to be done.
Hope this answers your questions
Kindest
Ian
Hi Ian , noted floor pans on some invoices does that mean that the floor pans have been changed ? And if so was there any other metalwork needed ? Regards Mark.
Dear Mark
Yes the floor pans were changed and no other metal work was needed. Hope this answers your question
Kindest
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Horley, Surrey
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